Leaked: OS 5.0.0.592 for the BlackBerry Curve 8900

Rolling on with the streak of leaks we now have OS 5.0.0.592 for the Curve 8900 courtesy of BBLeaks. I find it hard to believe that we actually go weeks at a time without a leak for any device, and in the last two weeks we've been overloaded with OS leaks. If you're rocking an 8900, give this one a go and let us know how it works. This is a leaked OS, so use caution when installing.

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Leaked: OS 5.0.0.592 for the BlackBerry Curve 8900

If you go to install 5.0.0.592 by Wind Hellas on 8900, you will come up against an issue with your Text Messages. Unfortunately I have faced it myself. The format of text messages (SMS)inbox is changed to a Chat like grouped storage which has no option for change it to the traditonal SMS management system. It is almost impossible for a specific message to select it for deletion or forwarding to a contact. Better to wait for a bug free release of the device software.

I've found some legit problems with this build, and I'm wondering if anyone here knows how to resolve them. There is no Memo app, Tasks app, or Documents to go (word to go, slideshow to go, sheet to go)...I assumed these would be on the new OS since they are so basic, but apparently I was wrong. Does anyone know how I can get these onto my BB?

I upgraded the OS on my 8900 last night to 5.0.0.592, previously running on 4.6.1.231. I've noticed a couple of small glitches, but nothing I can't live with...however, I noticed a najor issue with texting and BBMing. I was able to txt and BBM for a while, but then I got a "Network congestion" in my txt convo, so pretty much I couldn't send/receive txts or BBMs. I was still able to make/receive calls, and send/receive emails. I temporarily solved the issue by shutting down my AT&T service, then turning it back on, but I can't be doing that all the time. I later got the "Network out of order" message in a txt too. My friend is still running his 8900 on .231, and he didn't receive any of these messages on his BB last night, so I know it has something to do with the new OS. Any ideas?

CAN SOMEONE TELL ME AFTER U DOWNLOAD TO UR COMPUTER, WHAT TO DO NEXT?LOL AND ARE THERE ANY APECIAL RULES TO FOLLOW.....LIKE IN CASE I DONT LIKE IT HOW DO I GET THE ORGINAIL SOFTWARE BACK? WILL IT STILL BE ON MY DESKTOP MANAGER? SHOULD I BACKUP FILES BEFORE I INSTALL THIS NEW OS??HELP

Installed this on my 8900 and im having a problem with the speakerphone. Once i hit the button to switch to speakerphone i get a high pitched continuous chirp, very annoying. Does anyone know if there is a fix for this issue? Otherwise no issues here.

It is running pretty smoothly. Here are a few of the things I found.
The Blackberry App World icon disappears; it is not deleted, it's still in the system but you can't see it. I had to reinstall it, saying 'yes' to replace the same version.
This happened in the previous release too.
The other thing is if I download/install a new app; my home screen goes all white. The get the colours back, I have to go to options, change the layout and all the colours are back.
I did mention a little drag while sending out PIN's or Emails but other than that everything is smooth.
The alt+CAPS+del for reboot does not work, you do have to do a battery pull.
No issues with any app at all so far.

downloaded this leak last night and installed it, runs similar to 5.0.0.554 but a whole lot smoother, battery life seems to be better too! been running it for 24+ hours now and can report no problems atall! the best leak ive seen for a while, get on to it people! enjoy!

I've recently installed OS 5.0.0.592 on my 8900 , and everything seems to be working perfect!! I do notice it a bit faster and the SMS single thread problem is gone.

I did found a problem. It won't Connect to Wifi anymore ... sort of ... it detects the SSID broadcast , it "connects" to the wifi , yet , it cannot assign an IP address , it does not pull Internet through wifi at all (faded wifi icon)

Anyone has managed to solve this issue or anyone found the correct configuration to make this work again ?

You may try toggling the WiFi off and on, as well as resending service books, you may also try to reload previous build, do a security wipe then install .592 again, I have loaded and found no problems with WiFi or UMA.

I had the same issue with app world, so i had to re-download and install it.. it asked me if i wanted to replace the same version i was installing, i said yes, rebooted and it appeared in my downloads folder.

After I upgraded from .411 my wifi connection hasn't work as it used to, before this upgrade I was able to turn off the mobile network and just leave wifi on and I was able to continue to use BBM and MSN with no problem at all, now I can't and its just not me ask a few friends that work with me that also did the upgrade and same issue :(

Later on today I'm going back to .411, beside the wifi issue the phone is much more faster and works great zero lag, I can live with the lag but not with out the wifi option, becuase I hate late night calls.

After loading up the personal VZW Tour with 5..591, I couldn't wait to face the company BB Enterprise Nazi on a random enterprise activation discussion...
From VZW last 'official' release 4.sump.sump, this leak has proven in a short time to be amazing!!
Serious details:
1) Browser MUCH snappier, quick loading of pages whether native browser or Bolt. Best example is using Bolt 1.7 to browse Facebook.com and Crackberry.com which were very sluggish on prior OS.
2) Track ball as well MUCH smoother. Horizontal and Vertical both directions smooooth! Both at 80 sensitivity
3) Fonts in all screens seem to be sharper... more easily read with contrast between colors. NICE!
4) Camera - A pet peeve of mine from 4.x with the delay from trackball click through auto-focus to actual 'click'. Has to be half the time... THANK YOU!
5) Wi-Fi connectivity is quite quick compared to prior 4.x OS. Even in home office, this is a huge benefit.

Last piece on my OS loading procedure… I'm a little particular here... but has worked flawlessly loading leaked and official OS' for the 8 different BlackBerry’s, and 20+ OS' I've owned or operated over the last 8 years.
a) Start by a battery pull of BB to be upgraded.
b) Download OS to be loaded.
c) Using Windows control panel, remove prior loaded OS then reboot PC. I feel a critical step.
d) Install OS on PC to be loaded on BB and delete vendor.xml file from c:\Program Files\Common Files\Research In Motion\Apploader directory... Then reboot... I know... may be unneeded but has worked for me.
d) Connect BB (should be completely rebooted from battery pull by this time) via USB direct to PC and NOT through any hub… and disconnect from internet… again may be unneeded but have noticed time to complete upgrade always quicker.
e) Fire up BBSAK 'Blackberry Swiss Army Knife'(using v1.7)
I. Click 'Backup Apps'... May be asked to rename prior backup.
II. Click 'Load OS' and stand clear for the process to complete. Will reload apps and most all your setup information will be saved. Will restore e-mails there before install.
f) Once all pushed updates have settled, 20-30 mins, I mess around with new OS to be sure looks operational... then a battery pull noting Options/Status/File Free number. Always cleans to a higher number. Only a few occasions have needed to do another battery pull in the next 24 hours.
My first long post... hope it helps any who are reluctant to try leaked OS or OS from other than their current carrier.

yep bluetooth audio works great... just the prior version there were bluetooth audio issues. fixed. the web still runs quick like the one before this... excellent. I can let my shure ear buds rest and sweat my Moto S9 HD's in the spring weather during my jogs.

Just downloaded, but it's already 10:30pm, I've only averaged 4 hours sleep each night this week, fighting a cold and have to get up for work at 5am tomorrow...so as much as I want to try this tonight, it's gonna have to wait till tomorrow night I think... :(

I'm really interested in trying it out though. I had been using 461 for a while and it had been really solid. Then 509 seemed better still, and I loaded up 554 when it came out last week. Don't think it's my imagination -- but 554 seems to be poorer at holding onto my UMA signal and an EDGE connection -- seems to drop back to GPRS easier than 509 or 461 did. Not terrible, but I'm really not impressed with 554. Hoping that moving to 592 addresses some of this. Probably gonna give it a whirl tomorrow...

All is well so far... Yeah bbmaps is quicker than in the last .50x... I am noticing a jumpy signal bar... On my way home, I'll call in and see if I get any odd unexpected drops and report back to you guys. Quick install tho! BIS and BES all cam back alive without any intervention on my part.

I'm on the Orange UK network too, They are not really concerned about updating the OS on the 8900, for the simple reason, they have the New Bold 9700... So they don't care about us. However I have been OS5 for a long time and I have not had 1 problem... Seems safe too me

Will wait until more reviews turn back. I've been rockin' Willboy's v2.1. Very stable and fast. Battery and memory management is rock solid. Best hybrid out there. It uses .544 radio!! Suggests everyone to give a run. U won't be disappointed.... Props Willy!

Just finished downloading this, i am going to do the install now. Since I see not many people tried it out yet, after installing I will post how it is compared to 5.0.0.554 (last weeks release). I'll post updates on http://deanfx.net as well.

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